GEO 280 - Climate Justice and Adaptation

Exploration of the myriad ways climate change impacts differentially affected populations, based on ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status. The course considers communities’ adaptation to various climate change impacts which manifest in both the natural systems and social spheres. Arguments for repatriation of climate change refugees-as a geopolitical dilemma-are also evaluated, as are place-based analyses of climate change risk. The roles of governments and intergovernmental bodies in climate justice and responses are likewise examined. Students may receive credit for only one of the courses. Cross-Listed: EPP 280. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 semesters.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Credits: 3